Democrats are putting up new resistance to crypto legislation prioritized by the Trump administration as some object to the involvement of the Trump family in that industry as well as a host of other ...
Singapore-Pacific Alliance free trade agreement enters into force for Republic, Chile and Peru
The five-country FTA will enter into force for Colombo and Mexico when they complete the process. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore retail sales bounce back in March, rising by 1.1%
The total retail sales value that month was $4.3 billion. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore stocks end higher, with STI up 0.2%
Top gainer is DFI Retail Group at US$2.71; the biggest decliner is Yangzijiang Shipbuilding at $2.11 Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Grab appoints Alejandro Osorio as new managing director for Singapore
SINGAPORE] Ride-hail and delivery giant Grab announced on Monday (May 5) that Alejandro Osorio has been appointed as managing director (MD) of Grab Singapore. Read more at The Business Times.
Gates Foundation to open office in Singapore – its 12th worldwide
SINGAPORE] The Gates Foundation – one of the world’s largest private philanthropic organisations – will be opening an office in Singapore, said Bill Gates on Monday (May 5). Read more at The Business ...
Singapore’s PAP Victory a Boon for Local Assets, Analysts Say
Singapore’s stocks and currency are expected to get a boost after the ruling party secured a convincing victory in Saturday’s election, according to analysts.
Can New Delhi stop Islamabad from circumventing trade ban? Pakistan sending goods to India via UAE, Singapore
Pakistan is also trying to export goods to India via Sri Lanka and Indonesia by relabelling the packages. Indian customs department has begund monitoring and identifying goods that have undergone orig ...
Industry alliance launches in Singapore to spur Asia’s green jet fuel uptake
Despite ramped-up production, regional demand for sustainable aviation fuel has lagged. A new initiative by Temasek-owned GenZero aims to rally Asian players to close the gap through the use of a ...
Singapore dollar surges to 1.29 to US dollar amid Asia currency rally
Singdollar was up 0.6 per cent to 1.2920 per US dollar as at 12.07am local time. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s STI little changed in early trade on Monday after PAP win at GE2025
SINGAPORE] Singapore shares were little changed in early trade the first trading day after the country’s election wrapped up. Read more at The Business Times.
Maldives to build $9 billion crypto hub to attract investment: Report
The government of Maldives signed an agreement with MBS Global Investments, a Dubai-based family office, to develop a $9 billion crypto and blockchain hub in Malé, the capital of the South Pacific ...
Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments COO Engaged in Police Proceedings Amid Crypto Investment Developments
Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Limited ( ($SG:5RA) ) has issued an announcement. Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Limited has announced that ...
GE2025: Political stability, policy continuity should buoy business confidence in Singapore: economists, trade chambers
SINGAPORE] The clear mandate given to the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) in Singapore’s 2025 General Election (GE) should reassure investors and businesses, paving the way for decisive action ...
GE2025 results expected to have limited impact on Singapore stocks, say market watchers
SINGAPORE] While Saturday’s General Election (GE) offers a welcome signal for investors who value political stability, market watchers say its impact on the stock market is likely to be limited. Read ...
LBank Successfully Hosts 1001 Crypto Nights During TOKEN2049 Dubai, Strengthening Its Global Crypto Cultural Footprint
LBank hosts 1001 Crypto Nights at TOKEN2049 Dubai, attracting 5,000+ attendees and setting new standards in Web3 cultural experiences.